Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
opulus
ID:
423475

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 268 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422807



Common Names

  • Viburnum opulus
  • Opulus Viburnum
  • Viburnum's Opulus


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Synonyms

  • Opulus edulis J.Presl [unknown]
  • Opulus vulgaris Borkh. [unknown]
  • Opulus palustris Gray [unknown]
  • Opulus oxycoccos (Pursh) J.Presl [unknown]
  • Opulus glandulosa Moench [unknown]
  • Viburnum glandulosum Salisb. [unknown]
  • Viburnum lobatum Lam. [unknown]
  • Viburnum nanum Dippel [unknown]
  • Viburnum americanum Mill. [unknown]
  • Viburnum oxycoccos Pursh [unknown]
  • Viburnum palustre Raf. [unknown]
  • Viburnum opuloides Muhl. [unknown]
  • Viburnum pinnina Raf. [unknown]
  • Viburnum primina Raf. [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus opulus [unknown]
  • Viburnum trilobum Marshall [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus opulus [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus glabrifolium Gajić [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus trilobum (Marshall) R.T.Clausen [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus americanum (Mill.) Piper & Beattie [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus trilobum (Marshall) McAtee [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus pimina Michx. [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus subintegrifolium (Hook.) Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Viburnum oxycoccos eradiatum Oakes [unknown]
  • Viburnum oxycoccos subintegrifolium Hook. [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus flavum Horw. [unknown]
  • Viburnum opulus vasicii Gajić [unknown]

Description

Viburnum opulus (also called European cranberrybush, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Adoxaceae. It is a deciduous shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to North America, Asia, and Europe. It is found in moist deciduous forests, woodlands, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Viburnum opulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Viburnum opulus sub. calvescens (Rehder) Sugim.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viburnum opulus has white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viburnum opulus is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought, but it may require more frequent watering in dry conditions.

Where to Find Viburnum opulus

Viburnum opulus can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Viburnum opulus FAQ

What is the growth rate of Viburnum opulus?

Viburnum opulus has a moderate growth rate.

What type of soil is best for Viburnum opulus?

Viburnum opulus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Viburnum opulus?

Viburnum opulus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Viburnum genus

Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii, Viburnum lantana, Viburnum carlesii, Viburnum boninsimense, Viburnum brachyandrum, Viburnum albopedunculatum, Viburnum alpinum, Viburnum amplificatum, Viburnum beccarii, Viburnum blandum, Viburnum annamensis, Viburnum arboreum, Viburnum antioquiense, Viburnum rugosum, Viburnum sambucinum, Viburnum sargentii, Viburnum subsessile, Viburnum suratense, Viburnum suspensum, Viburnum stellato-tomentosum, Viburnum opulus, Viburnum orientale, Viburnum phlebotrichum, Viburnum queremalense, Viburnum platyphyllum, Viburnum undulatum, Viburnum tricostatum, Viburnum tinus,

Species in the Viburnaceae family

Adoxa moschatellina, Adoxa omeiensis, Adoxa xizangensis, Adoxa corydalifolia, Sambucus sibirica, Sambucus nigra, Sambucus mexicana, Sambucus lanceolata, Sambucus kamtschatica, Sambucus pendula, Sambucus racemosa, Sambucus palmensis, Sambucus canadensis, Sambucus africana, Sambucus gaudichaudiana, Sambucus ebulus, Sambucus strumpfii, Sambucus tigranii, Sambucus sieboldiana, Sambucus wightiana, Sambucus australasica, Sambucus javanica, Sambucus cerulea, Sambucus peruviana, Sambucus williamsii, Sambucus australis, Sambucus adnata, Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii,

References